MasterMold is seeking a confident, hands-on Assistant Superintendent to help lead our 3rd Shift Paint Department operations in Johnson Creek, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for an experienced manufacturing supervisor or operations leader who is comfortable making decisions, managing priorities, and taking ownership of production operations. We're looking for someone who can lead employees, develop supervisors, address operational challenges, and maintain accountability throughout the shift. Previous paint experience is not required. We are willing to train someone who demonstrates strong leadership ability, sound judgment, initiative, and a commitment to learning. What You'll Do As an Assistant Superintendent, you'll work closely with the Paint Superintendent to oversee production operations, support frontline leadership, and maintain safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
- Provide leadership and direction to production supervisors, team leads, and employees.
- Coordinate staffing, production schedules, materials, and operational priorities.
- Monitor production performance and respond to quality, safety, equipment, or staffing concerns.
- Make timely decisions to address operational challenges and minimize production disruptions.
- Coach supervisors and employees, provide performance feedback, and maintain accountability.
- Address employee concerns and partner with Human Resources on performance management and corrective action.
- Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and other departments to resolve production issues.
- Maintain effective communication with leadership and other shifts regarding production status and outstanding concerns.
- Support continuous improvement, 6S, workplace safety, and operational efficiency.
- Ensure accurate completion of production reports, employee documentation, and other required records.
What We're Looking For
- Previous supervisory, production leadership, or operations management experience preferred.
- Strong decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage operational priorities effectively.
- Confidence in leading employees, developing supervisors, and addressing performance concerns professionally.
- Strong organizational skills, accountability, and consistent follow-through.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused when challenges arise.
- Comfortable spending significant time actively engaged on the production floor.
- Willingness to learn manufacturing processes, equipment, and industrial paint operations.
- Ability to coordinate effectively with other departments and communicate between shifts.
Experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse operations, logistics, or similar operational environments is preferred but not required. We welcome candidates with demonstrated leadership experience who are ready to take on greater operational responsibility. Why Join MasterMold?
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Hands-on training and leadership development.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Experience managing manufacturing operations and supporting continuous improvement.
- Collaboration with experienced Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and Human Resources teams.
- The opportunity to make a direct impact on departmental performance.
Schedule This position supports 3rd Shift Paint operations at our Johnson Creek facility. Schedule flexibility may occasionally be required based on training, staffing, and operational needs. Ready to Lead? If you're a dependable, hands-on leader who takes initiative, makes sound decisions, and enjoys developing employees, we encourage you to apply. You don't need to know everything about paint manufacturing on day one. Bring your leadership skills, accountability, and willingness to learn. Apply today and grow your leadership career with MasterMold.